Michael Irvin

Michael Irvin (born March 5, 1966 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida) is a former American football star known for a dynamic, record-setting football career, but also for his flamboyant personality and some widely-publicized run-ins with the law that spotted his reputation as one of the most successful wide receivers in the history of the National Football League.

NFL records

Irvin finished his career with 750 receptions (10th all-time in the NFL) for 11,904 yards (ninth all-time in the NFL) and 65 touchdowns. He was selected to five Pro Bowls and won three Super Bowls. Irvin is expected to ultimately enter the Pro Football Hall of Fame; he became eligible for induction in 2005 and though he was not elected, he is expected to gain entry ultimately.

Related Topics:
Pro Bowl - Pro Football Hall of Fame - 2005

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At 6'2" and 205 pounds, Irvin was a big, physical receiver who manhandled cornerbacks and often was able to make tough catches in defensive traffic. In part because of Irvin's ability to push off the defender with such ease, the NFL eventually changed its rules to adjust to wide receivers who emulated Irvin's physical style.

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